João Simões vs Leandro Barreiro
Per-90 stats comparison · Rising Transfers DNA Analysis · 2025/26 season
Data Verdict
Both players are valued similarly (€15.0M vs €15.0M). João Simões leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Leandro Barreiro is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Leandro Barreiro holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
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Playing Style Profiles
A Box-to-Box. Statistically, he stands out as meticulous in distribution (88% pass accuracy), heavily involved in play (63 touches/90) and active off the ball (2.6 press score/90), contributing to defensive transitions.
Barreiro is the rare midfielder who wins headers like a centre-back but still finds pockets to create like a number ten. His aerial win rate sits in the top 5% of Liga Portugal midfielders—a genuinely freakish number for someone operating in central midfield rather than set-piece territory—and it quietly underpins his value in transition, winning second balls that never show up in highlight reels.
Per-90 Statistics Comparison
| Metric | João Simões | Leandro Barreiro | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goals / 90 | 0.00 | 0.16 | Leandro |
| Assists / 90 | 0.12 | 0.26 | Leandro |
| Shots / 90 | 1.07 | 1.09 | — |
| Key passes / 90 | 0.83 | 1.09 | Leandro |
| Passes (final 3rd) / 90 | 5.45 | 3.66 | João |
| Tackles won / 90 | 0.99 | 0.82 | João |
| Interceptions / 90 | 0.48 | 0.89 | Leandro |
| Press intensity / 90 | 2.59 | 1.87 | João |
| Pass accuracy % | 81.30 | 84.50 | Leandro |
All statistics per 90 minutes · 2025/26 season · FULL quality DNA data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the better player — João Simões or Leandro Barreiro?
Both players are valued similarly (€15.0M vs €15.0M). João Simões leads in passes (final 3rd) / 90 and tackles won / 90. Leandro Barreiro is stronger in goals / 90 and assists / 90. Overall, Leandro Barreiro holds the statistical edge across 5 of 8 comparable metrics.
How is this comparison calculated?
Rising Transfers compares players using per-90 statistics normalised for playing time, combined with DNA playing style vectors built from 47 performance dimensions. This ensures fair comparison regardless of team, league, or playing time. Learn more about our comparison methodology →
What are their market values?
João Simões has a market value of €15.0M, while Leandro Barreiro is valued at €15.0M.